When Jana emailed and asked if I would her with a bridal shower she was throwing... I agreed immediately. When I saw the invitation, I was so glad I did. Is that not one of the most beautiful invites?
She wanted some cookies.
She wanted some cupcakes.
And she wanted a cake.
Gulp.
25 Sugar Cookies
25 Vanilla Pound Cake Cupcakes
And a Chocolate Cake covered in homemade fondant that would feed about 25.
I could not have asked for a better theme... the colors are just lovely and the different mediums were challenging and fun!
I made a few different options for the cupcake toppers... but settled on the full royal icing flower.
I cant wait to show you the inside of the cake! But I will let Jana email me pictures of that after they cut into it.
And... early congrats to Kaitlyn and Peter!
Oh, and why "Amore"? The hubby to be has actually been in Italy for the last few months! Now how romantic is that?!?
*You can also see more of this over at Project Weddings!
Lovely! Amazingly beautiful. :)
Posted by: suzi | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:11 PM
Absolutly STUNNING Amanda! You did an excellent job. I love the colors, I love everything. :)
Posted by: Renee | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:11 PM
Love it!! The colors are just gorgeous and go so well together!
Posted by: Joy Ellis | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:14 PM
Beautiful! The colors are so pretty and I love how delicate everything looks!!
Posted by: Jennifer | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:18 PM
You continue to AMAZE me! Gorgeous. Love the colors and the detail. Just perfect!
Posted by: JP'sMOM | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:18 PM
Wow! Those cookies are so beautiful! Ok, it's all beautiful! You are an artist!
Posted by: ali | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:19 PM
Honest to goodness, Girl!! Amazing!! The simplicity and the beauty? I'd hire you in a second!!
Posted by: Liz | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:24 PM
Amazing! everything looks so tasty and so so well made. I also love the theme seeing as i'm working on blossom cookies at this very moment (they are in the oven) spring spring spring!
Posted by: stephanie | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:28 PM
Wow Amanda! Another amazing creation. I'm in charge of dessert for about 20 in a few weeks....we may need to talk ;)
Posted by: Kim S | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:28 PM
You have outdone yourself, my dear friend!! I am so proud of you!
Posted by: Kate | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:31 PM
Holy buckets! Those are amazing ... my jaw literally dropped, no kidding it did! Nice work Amanda. Beautiful.
Posted by: Stephanie | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:32 PM
wow! just amazing! as always.
Posted by: libby | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:33 PM
so pretty, i love the purple!
Posted by: Laci | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:36 PM
Those are just stunning! I am having troublt picking the design for my cookies from you. But I keep telling myself that whatever I pick it will be awesome as your work always is! I hope to be posting pics of these awesome cinnamon rolls with cream cheese icing tomorrow on my blog!
Posted by: Amanda Sikes | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:46 PM
These are gorgeous!!
Posted by: Peggy Gorman | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:51 PM
Beautiful, Amanda!! You are so talented!
Posted by: Hannah Lewis | Apr 16, 2010 at 09:59 PM
Bea-u-ti-ful!!!
Posted by: Lorie | Apr 16, 2010 at 10:03 PM
Simplicity is stunning! Beautiful job Amanda. Bella!
Posted by: Paula | Apr 16, 2010 at 10:12 PM
SO gorgeous! Breathtaking!
Posted by: Susan S | Apr 16, 2010 at 10:14 PM
I LOVE IT! :) I am so freakin' excited I got on here tonight to check it out. Can't wait to see it in person tomorrow. You are AMAZING!!! I will make sure to take pictures too! :)
Posted by: Iamcinnamom | Apr 16, 2010 at 10:17 PM
These are BEAUTIFUL AMANDA! How about we trade same baking secrets and techniques for some of your decorating techniques? I just attended a Nicholas Lodge Demo and have some great new products that made me instantly think of you!! Let me know if you're interested :)
Posted by: Pamcakes | Apr 16, 2010 at 10:25 PM
Oh my goodness Amanda! Absolutely fabulous job! Stunning and gorgeous. Once again, you've outdone yourself.
Angie
Posted by: Angien24 | Apr 16, 2010 at 10:44 PM
Stunning! This is truly your calling. What tip and technique are you using on the cupcakes?
Posted by: sheri | Apr 16, 2010 at 10:58 PM
amanda!! beautiful!! i love love love purple and this is such an amazing set of delicious goodies for a beautiful shower!!! i love the theme and colors!! well done...well done. :o)
Posted by: mandy | Apr 16, 2010 at 11:02 PM
I adore apple blossoms! I look for them to bloom every year. I think you did an excellent job capturing the simple beauty of them. Great job Amanda!
~traci
:D
Posted by: Traci | Apr 16, 2010 at 11:46 PM
I think this is my favorite creation so far! I love the theme, and I think you carried it out very well!
Also, I'm guessing, is there a cherry blossom in the cake? You don't have to answer, I'll wait :)
Posted by: Rachel Watters | Apr 17, 2010 at 12:32 AM
I meant apple blossom! :)
Posted by: Rachel Watters | Apr 17, 2010 at 12:32 AM
I can't wait to see what's inside the cake! This is your trademark and signature concept, Amanda! I love it!
Posted by: Paige Galla | Apr 17, 2010 at 01:05 AM
beautiful!!!
Posted by: Lesley Yates | Apr 17, 2010 at 02:04 AM
My oh my oh my...everything is beautiful!
Posted by: Amy | Apr 17, 2010 at 04:52 AM
So beautiful!
Posted by: CeeCo | Apr 17, 2010 at 05:44 AM
That is gonna be one happy bride to be!! You've made her a stunning cake and goodies to go with - they are GORGEOUS!!! Can't wait to see what's inside! :o)
Posted by: Aimee | Apr 17, 2010 at 06:11 AM
WOW! Once again you have amazed me with your talent! The cookies, cupcakes and cake are beautiful! By the way, I was inspired by your mother's day cake and made 2 batches of homemade fondant last night...hopefully it turns out as good as yours did, I'm keeping my fingers crossed!
Posted by: Lauren @ Crave. Indulge. Satisfy. | Apr 17, 2010 at 08:15 AM
so, so pretty, amanda! i love it!
Posted by: susan | Apr 17, 2010 at 08:44 AM
You did a beautiful job! I have a silly question for you, lol, do people eat the fondant or peel it off?
Posted by: Michelle G | Apr 17, 2010 at 08:59 AM
Ooooooo - that is all a LOT of work - and soooo beautiful!! My gracious, woman! You always do a fantabulous job! And I am always impressed!! =-D
Posted by: ClassiclyAmber | Apr 17, 2010 at 09:03 AM
Breathtakingly beautiful! Wow. Love it. You hear it all the time, but you truly are talented. God has given you some amazing gifts there girl. Can't wait to see what He does with you and your talent!
Blessings to you. Have a great weekend!
Kari
Posted by: Kari | Apr 17, 2010 at 10:02 AM
Beautiful, Amanda! Beautiful!
Posted by: Liz | Apr 17, 2010 at 10:56 AM
Wow, you've outdone yourself! So much of your stuff is 'fun' which is awesome, I want to be you when I grow up- (nevermind that I'm older than you)...but these are truly elegant. Amazing :D great job!
Posted by: Janet | Apr 17, 2010 at 01:46 PM
Everything is so beautiful! I love the colors.
Posted by: Kaitlin | Apr 17, 2010 at 02:36 PM
I love all of it! Perfect :)
Posted by: Mary | Apr 17, 2010 at 04:47 PM
Breathtaking as always!!!
Posted by: MommyTopics.com | Apr 17, 2010 at 07:14 PM
This is so cute I just died a little
Posted by: ashleycupcakes | Apr 17, 2010 at 07:24 PM
Oh my gosh..YOU ARE THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Alicia | Apr 17, 2010 at 08:00 PM
Sorprendente! (That's amazing in Italian thanks to google!) Beautiful! I could soak up blossoming trees all year long! They're even better in sugar form! Lovely!
Posted by: Londa | Apr 17, 2010 at 09:50 PM
Just BEAUTIFUL!! All of it Amanda!!.......you ROCK!!
Posted by: TidyMom | Apr 18, 2010 at 07:13 AM
Ok, now...I don't remember seeing an email that there was a new post (ahem)! I just popped over here because I was sending an email to someone about your blog and thought "WAIT A MINUTE," there is a NEW post!!!
Oh, Amanda! You are truly amazing! I don't know HOW you do it all...and do it so WELL...but you do! Just completely gorgeous!
Posted by: bridget {bake at 350} | Apr 18, 2010 at 10:11 AM
You couldn't have asked for a more perfect invitation! And I can see you used all its' ideas in your cakes! I love what you did, Amanda.
Did you make the cupcake holders? I see so many adorable ones but have no idea where to buy them.
Posted by: Barbara | Apr 18, 2010 at 12:06 PM
U R one of my biggest inspirations when it comes to baking. Just thought I'd share that :) anyways what kind of fondant did you make and would you mind sharing the recipe? Also how much icing do you make when you ice the cookies because I always find myself making too much :-/ thanks!
Posted by: Noey | Apr 18, 2010 at 01:44 PM
That is definitely the most beautiful invitation I've ever seen. I'm going to have to make cupcakes or cookies like those soon. Beautiful!
Posted by: Alex | Apr 18, 2010 at 03:30 PM